Love to Run St. Charles Half Marathon
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Event overview
Love to Run St. Charles takes place Saturday, June 13, 2026, in downtown Saint Charles, Missouri. The race starts on the Katy Trail near Bike Stop Cafe and the Katy Depot, with the finish area and post-race celebration in Frontier Park at 500 S Riverside Dr, Saint Charles, MO 63301.
Distances
- 5K - $30
- 10K - $40
- Half Marathon - $70
- Stroller Kids - $7; open to ages 8 and under
Registration includes a race t-shirt, finisher medal, live race results, race photos, awards, and access to a post-race party with food and drinks.
Course and logistics
All routes are described as flat and fast, passing along the Katy Trail, through Frontier Park, then north on a soft path. A short, non-technical, shady trail section is included. River views are noted along parts of the course.
Packet pickup is scheduled for Friday, June 12, 2026; the pickup location is to be determined and a photo ID is required to collect packets. Athletes are asked to carry their own nutrition; water and an electrolyte drink will be available on course. Parking options include the public lot across from the Katy Depot, Riverside Drive, and the Lewis and Clark Boathouse & Museum lot. Food trucks and vendors will be onsite. Awards are given to top 3 overall and top 3 in age groups (0-19 through 80+). There is a 3.5 hour course cutoff and a no-refund policy; the last day to guarantee a race shirt is May 20, 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
